§ 186.1756. Sodium formate.
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/us/cfr/t21/s§ 186.1756·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
(a)Sodium formate (CHNaO2, CAS Reg. No. 141-53-7) is the sodium salt of formic acid. It is produced by the reaction of carbon monoxide with sodium hydroxide.
(b)The ingredient is used as a constituent of paper and paperboard used for food packaging.
(c)The ingredient is used at levels not to exceed good manufacturing practice in accordance with § 186.1(b)(1).
(d)Prior sanctions for sodium formate different from the uses established in this section do not exist or have been waived. [45 FR 22915, Apr. 4, 1980]